Senior Healthcare Architect Planner

Bodwé Professional Services Group•Bethesda, MD

14d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Healthcare Architect Planner to provide expert support to the Defense Health Agency Facility Enterprise (DHA-FE) in managing healthcare facility projects, including planning, design, construction, and Initial Outfitting & Transition (IO&T). This role ensures the delivery of functional, code-compliant medical infrastructure in partnership with NAVFAC, USACE, and local medical commands. The position may require you to travel between worksites located in Falls Church, VA and Bethesda, MD as needed for support of projects.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in healthcare facility projects; 5+ with NAVFAC/USACE.
Deep knowledge of DoD medical facility design and SEPS criteria.
Proven experience in medical equipment planning, IO&T, and facility activation.
Familiarity with DHA, NAVFAC MFPO processes, and VE/engineering change coordination.
Strong background in QA/QC oversight and design documentation review.
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
Must have or be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports, information papers, executive summaries, and project briefings.
Perform quality assurance on reports and presentations to ensure consistency and actionable recommendations.
Facilitate user meetings, VIP site tours, and address site-specific project issues.
Review facility design and specifications for operational and functional adequacy.
Evaluate contractor submittals, schedules, and project documentation; provide technical feedback.
Review and validate Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for alignment with design intent and operational concepts.
Assess Requests for Information (RFIs) and contract modifications for impacts on facility medical functionality.
Coordinate with DHA Transition Coordinators to integrate engineering changes into training and movement plans.
Support reviews of specialized medical equipment in collaboration with local command and DHA staff.
Participate in oversight of NAVFAC QA/QC activities through field inspections and regular team interfaces.
Maintain awareness and advise on NAVFAC QA/QC standards, procedures, and practices.
Assist with review and analysis of Value Engineering (VE) proposals.
Coordinate IM/IT and low-voltage system design reviews with NAVFAC MFPO and installation IT teams.
Provide technical input on unique medical systems and engineering applications.
Track and resolve construction engineering issues collaboratively with stakeholders.
Support DHA in processing ECPs to incorporate user requirements into final facility design.
Participate in development and execution of commissioning plans with key facility stakeholders.
Engage in Red Zone meetings and conduct punch-out inspections during project closeout.
Ensure delivery of O&M training, manuals, warranties, and as-built drawings on schedule.
Assist in facility inspections, testing, verification, and certification processes.
Attend and contribute to project meetings and teleconferences, coordinating follow-up actions.
Generate project-related reports, presentations, and documentation for leadership review.
Report progress weekly and coordinate schedules with DHA Program Managers or representatives.
Provide recommended responses and feedback for construction/design agent communications.
Help develop maintenance plans for facility post-occupancy sustainability.
Review and support development of O&M training plans for facility systems.
Provide strategic planning and comprehensive design consultation to ensure alignment with project goals, functional needs, and regulatory requirements.
Deliver expert oversight throughout the construction phase to monitor progress, ensure quality control, and facilitate issue resolution.
Coordinate and execute the seamless transition from construction to operational readiness, including outfitting, activation, and stakeholder coordination.